Serving 249 students in grades 6-8, Georgian Hills Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 5% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Georgian Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Georgian Hills Middle School's student population of 249 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Georgian Hills Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Georgian Hills Middle School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1706 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
3%
16%
Black
93%
20%
White
2%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Memphis-Shelby County Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Georgian Hills Middle School's ranking?
Georgian Hills Middle School is ranked #1706 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Georgian Hills Middle School?
249 students attend Georgian Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Georgian Hills Middle School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Georgian Hills Middle School offer ?
Georgian Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Georgian Hills Middle School part of?
Georgian Hills Middle School is part of Memphis-Shelby County Schools.
In what neighborhood is Georgian Hills Middle School located?
Georgian Hills Middle School is located in the Frayser neighborhood of Memphis, TN. There are 21 other public schools located in Frayser.
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